BONITA SPRINGS WCI Communities has selected Naples- and Winter Park-based Beasley & Henley Interior Design to create the interior design for two luxury penthouse models at the Colony Golf & Bay Club, the company's 809-acre master-planned community in Bonita Springs.

The models represent the two floor plans offered at Terzetto, a new neighborhood of three-story buildings overlooking nature preserves, lakes and the 11th hole of the Colony's Jerry Pate-designed golf course. Each of the three-bedroom, two-and-one-half-bath homes occupy an entire floor and offer 2,100 and 2,624 square feet of living space, two-car garages, elevator and staircase entries and multiple al fresco spaces. Luxury features and finishes include wet bars, granite kitchen countertops and tray ceilings.

In the first-floor model, Beasley & Henley will showcase one of the bedrooms as a study and feature a transitional coastal-chic design conveyed in a palette of soft greys, warm beiges and creams accented with subtle touches of blue-grey and marigold throughout the home's 2,839 total square feet of living space. Textured driftwood and painted furniture surfaces will also reference the coastal theme as will artwork a mix of traditional etchings and seascapes and bold colorful abstracts, according to Beasley and Henley designer Daniel Killgore.

"This floor plan is very livable and the centrally located kitchen makes it the heart of the home," Killgore said. "The open living-dining-kitchen space appeals to the modern buyer who wants to emphasize comfort and easy entertaining."

The model will also have hand-scraped wood floor throughout its main living areas and in the study and master bedroom. Decorative iron light fixtures will provide additional texture.

Quartz countertops, stained wood cabinetry and soft grey-gold tile will give bathrooms a "fresh and modern look," the designer said.

For the second-floor model, Beasley & Henley will create a contemporary-transitional design inspired by a big-city loft space, with colorful artwork, oversized graphic fabrics accenting pillows and draperies and hues of soft tans, crisp whites and rich browns punctuated with pops of ocean blue and bright citron. Dark furniture pieces with modern, clean lines will heighten the theme.

Second- and third-floor homes at Terzetto have 2,624 square feet of living space, a study with a private lanai and walk-in closet, and a larger lanai that spans the length of the units. The second-floor home also has a sundeck.

The model's study will have a dark wood floor, a partners' desk and citron walls. One of the two guestrooms will feature a custom headboard bed wall detail with glasscloth wallcovering accents and Ralph Lauren fabrics. Wood flooring will also be used in the elevator lobby.

The floor plan's connection to the lanai will be enhanced by continuing light tan tile flooring to the home's al fresco spaces.

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Countertops Raleigh announced the launch of their new website aimed at streamlining the home owner experience when it comes to planning their kitchen countertops remodeling project.

Raleigh, NC (PRWEB) October 13, 2012

When we started the business 16 years ago, we made an important decision to focus our attention on natural stone surfaces like granite countertops, marble, travertine etc. This gave us a huge advantage when the market was saturated with acrylic products that were plain boring to look at! says Tommy Operations Manager.

Countertops are an essential part of any kitchen design, but deciding the type of material to cover the cabinets has become an increasingly tough decision to make giving the vast alternatives the market has to offer. Many decades ago, choosing a countertop surface was an easy thing to do. You had a hand-full of materials to choose from and that was that. Today, there are hundreds of different types of materials. All the way from different types of natural materials to recycled, glass, tile, wood, environment friendly, engineered stone, man-made and many others.

The trick in choosing the right material for a home would be its owner. The person or family who lives in that house will ultimately have to live with it for many years, maybe even decades to come. Exploring the different options for your kitchen countertops in Raleigh NC has just gotten easier! says Laura who has been a team member since 2010. We focused our site strictly on the user experience, our experience as a fabricator, and our love and dedication to technology. Thats what makes us different said Tommy.

Countertops Raleigh is a leading granite, marble and quartz surfaces fabricator with over 16 years of experience. You can reach them at (866) 236-0968

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After seven years, Alma Plaza has a grocery store Veteran of Berkeley food scene opens Miki's Farm Fresh Market in Palo Alto

by Jocelyn Dong Palo Alto Weekly Staff

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"You'll probably find 24 feet of mushrooms. Any mushroom you could want," he said of the soon-to-be-filled space.

Just one week before the grocery store's opening at Alma Plaza in Palo Alto, workers scurried to arrange cheese displays, set up the deli section and stock shelves of dry goods.

Werness grabbed some rice cakes -- gluten-free and vegan-friendly -- and rattled off the low price his buyers were able to get them for. Ditto the bottles of Looza fruit nectar, which lined shelves under the countertops like wallflowers waiting for the dance.

It's been seven years since Albertsons closed at 3445 Alma St., precipitating a much-discussed search for another neighborhood market. Some residents clamored for a Trader Joe's. Others speculated that JJ&F Market would move in from the College Terrace neighborhood.

Instead, Werness, a veteran of the Bay Area grocery scene, signed the lease with property owner McNellis Partners to open the independent store. At 17,000 square feet, Miki's Farm Fresh Market will be nearly 4,000 square feet larger than Albertsons. But unlike its predecessor, Miki's is aiming for a different niche: organic and specialty foods but with price points low enough to keep the family household on budget.

Werness rebuffs rumors that Miki's will cater to the cost-is-no-object yuppie crowd. Instead, the market will offer both the exotic and the basic: In the mustard section, gourmet brands sit alongside French's. Organic sugar nestles next to bags of C&H.

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An anonymous reader writes "I have a cottage at the end of a long dirt road, no electricity nor internet, and recently some (insert expletive here) wads are using the area as a trash dump: countertops, sofas, metal scraps, tvs all the stuff they don't want to pay to dump at the landfill. I can't block the road because it's a fire access. But I would really like to have a way to catch who is doing this. Are there any a) waterproof, b) self-contained, c) self-powered, and (ideally) d) inexpensive video-recording units out there? Are there any other creative ways to get the guys? I was thinking of something like a device that will cycle, so that the last week of video is recorded. It could take photos or video, and as long as it's small enough that I could camouflage it well, I suspect I'd be able to figure this out soon. And any idea of what my legal rights are to videotape or record?" Hunters have been doing this for years (with film, and now digital) to figure out prey patterns with cameras that are built for concealment; what else would you recommend?

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265 Beacon St., San Francisco - $1.75 million

The basics: Located in the much-desired Glen Park neighborhood and bordering Noe Valley and Diamond Heights, this detached and contemporary tri-level home offers fantastic views of the city and the Bay Bridge.

Realtor Ramon Limcolioc said that the three-bedroom, 3.5-bath home features a spacious kitchen and impressive family room. The master bathroom features a spacious bath with double sinks, a walk-in shower and jetted tub that is perfect for relaxing and unwinding after a long, stressful day at the office.

"The newly renovated kitchen has all new, high-end stainless steel appliances, granite countertops and a glass-tile backsplash," he said. "The incredible family room offers built-in cabinets, a fireplace and city views."

An open floor plan provides plenty of room for little ones to roam and is ideal for entertaining guests. The residence is large enough for a growing family while still feeling like home.

"You'll witness amazing sunsets from almost any room in this home," said Limcolioc. "It also features a formal living room with a high vaulted ceiling, fireplaces and a walk-out deck."

The home features hardwood floors on the main level. Neutral colors leave much to the imagination, letting the new homeowner make personal decisions regarding the colors that reflect him or her best.

"The home features a very charming and serene backyard with mature plants and built-in planters," he said. "It is accessible from both the kitchen and the living room areas and creates a wonderful outdoor space."

A deck and patio with barbecue area are perfect for enjoying family time outdoors, and a two-car garage offers secure, off-street parking.

Listing agent: Ramon Limcolioc, Rockwell Real Estate Services, (415) 763-8884, ramonSFhomes@gmail.com

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NAPLES, Fla., Oct. 4, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Earth Surfaces of America, Inc. of Naples, Florida, a wholly owned subsidiary of Coastal Capital Acquisition Corp. (OTC Pink, CCAJ), announced that it has submitted its application to distribute its terrazzo concrete products, including countertops and pavers, through Lowe's Home Improvement stores.

Earth Surfaces currently distributes a number of its terrazzo concrete products through Home Depot Online, establishing a significant brand awareness campaign with one of the USA's largest home improvement chains. It is also pursuing in-store sales with Home Depot.

Tony DiNorcia, the CEO of Coastal Capital and Earth Surfaces, stated, "We continue to take the steps that we believe are necessary to grow our business. We have already expanded our sales force throughout Florida to develop a strong network of licensed contractors, architects, designers and dealers to market our products to their clients and customers. Merchandising our products through the major home improvement chains provides us additional product awareness and distribution."

Earth Surfaces of America, Inc. manufactures a full range of high-end eco-friendly terrazzo concrete architectural products for commercial and residential markets throughout the United States and the Caribbean. All of its products are made in the USA from recycled products.

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This press release and the statements of representatives of Coastal Capital Acquisition Corp. (the "Company") related thereto contain, or may contain, among other things, "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. All statements, other than statements of historical fact included herein are "forward-looking statements," including any other statements of non-historical information. These forward-looking statements are subject to significant known and unknown risks and uncertainties and are often identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as "projects," "may," "could" "would," "should," "believes," "expects," "anticipates," "estimates," "intends," "plans," "ultimately" or similar expressions. All forward-looking statements involve material assumptions, risks and uncertainties, and the expectations contained in such statements may prove to be incorrect. Investors should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this press release. The Company's actual results could differ materially from those anticipated in these forward-looking statements as a result of a variety of factors, including factors and risks discussed in the periodic reports that the Company files with OTC Markets (http://www.otcmarkets.com). All forward-looking statements attributable to the Company or persons acting on its behalf are expressly qualified in their entirety by these factors. The Company undertakes no duty to update these forward-looking statements except as required by law.

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Dan Governile, Chief Financial Officer Coastal Capital Acquisition Corp & Earth Surfaces of America T: 239-435-7875 Email: dan@earthsurfaces.net

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NAPLES, Fla., Oct. 3, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --Earth Surfaces of America, Inc. of Naples Florida, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Coastal Capital Acquisition Corp. (OTC Pink, CCAJ) announced that it has submitted its application to distribute its terrazzo concrete products, including countertops and pavers through Lowe's Home Improvement stores.

Earth Surfaces currently distributes a number of its terrazzo concrete products through Home Depot Online, establishing a significant brand awareness campaign with one of the USA's largest home improvement chains. It is also pursuing in-store sales with Home Depot.

Tony DiNorcia, the CEO of Coastal Capital and Earth Surfaces stated, "We continue to take the steps that we believe are necessary to grow our business. We have already expanded our sales force throughout Florida to develop a strong network of licensed contractors, architects, designers and dealers to market our products to their clients and customers. Merchandising our products through the major home improvement chains provides us additional product awareness and distribution."

Earth Surfaces of America, Inc. manufactures a full range of high-end eco-friendly terrazzo concrete architectural products for commercial and residential markets throughout the United States and the Caribbean. All of its products are made in the USA from recycled products.

Forward Looking Statements

This press release and the statements of representatives of Coastal Capital Acquisition Corp. (the "Company") related thereto contain, or may contain, among other things, "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. All statements, other than statements of historical fact included herein are "forward-looking statements," including any other statements of non-historical information. These forward-looking statements are subject to significant known and unknown risks and uncertainties and are often identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as "projects," "may," "could" "would," "should," "believes," "expects," "anticipates," "estimates," "intends," "plans," "ultimately" or similar expressions. All forward-looking statements involve material assumptions, risks and uncertainties, and the expectations contained in such statements may prove to be incorrect. Investors should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this press release. The Company's actual results could differ materially from those anticipated in these forward-looking statements as a result of a variety of factors, including factors and risks discussed in the periodic reports that the Company files with OTC Markets (http://www.otcmarkets.com). All forward-looking statements attributable to the Company or persons acting on its behalf are expressly qualified in their entirety by these factors. The Company undertakes no duty to update these forward-looking statements except as required by law.

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Dan Governile, Chief Financial Officer Coastal Capital Acquisition Corp & Earth Surfaces of America T: 239-435-7875 Email: dan@earthsurfaces.net

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Many homeowners are updating their kitchen with granite counters.

Courtesy of imperial Stone

Homeowners today are investing in their homes for their own enjoyment. They are improving their kitchens and baths, in particular, so that they and their families can benefit from an enhanced atmosphere in two rooms where people tend to spend a lot of time.

But they arent going wild and offering contractors and suppliers a blank check for these projects.

The first question many of them ask is how they can get what they want without spending too much money, said Derek Wawyca, manager of Imperial Stone in Elk Grove Village. Luckily for them, the granite countertops that everyone wants today came down in price by about 40 percent five or six years ago, thanks to the opening of new quarries and more competition. So more people can now afford granite and they are investing in it.

In fact, he added, many homeowners are choosing to keep their existing kitchen or bathroom cabinets, but they are enhancing them with new granite or quartz countertops.

There arent many people moving right now so, instead, they are remodeling their kitchens and baths and we are helping them by supplying cabinets, countertops, tile and sometimes flooring. We will provide installation of any of these items, particularly the granite countertops, but we will also let a homeowner have his own contractor install the items we sell, Wawyca said.

Imperial Stone also provides a design service. An experienced Imperial Stone designer will travel anywhere in the Chicago area to take measurements and design the kitchen of each particular homeowners dreams.

Maple and cherry cabinets are the most popular choices today. Imperial Stone carries four brands of cabinets: Kraftmaid, Waypoint, Shiloh and 6 Square.

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Looking to clear kitchen countertops of wine bottles? Wine Logic smart wine racks install inside kitchen cabinets in less than five minutes.

House Springs, MO (PRWEB) October 02, 2012

Ty Pennington, the quirky host of Extreme Makeover: Home Edition says, For peace of mind, get rid of clutter. For wine lovers, the simple solution is in-cabinet wine shelving. This type of wine storage solution keeps bottles out of sight but within reach.

Unfortunately for the budget-conscience homeowner, hiring a contractor to retrofit an existing cabinet isnt an option. Force-fitting a wooden kit isnt ideal either.

Introducing Wine Logic, an innovative new wine storage product. Wine Logic stores 18 bottles on three gliding shelves. The system fits securely into any kitchen or bar cabinet for a custom look--all in five minutes or less.

It doesn't seem possible that a wine rack that holds 18 bottles could be installed into a kitchen cabinet in minutes. However, each unit includes instructions that only require a Phillips-Head screwdriver to do just that. When compared to the time it takes to put together a clunky wine cabinet, it is hard to believe this is the first such product that has been crafted.

How much is reduced stress and a clear kitchen worth? Some contractors charge thousands to install shelves and custom cabinets. Wine Logic smart wine racks come in at under $300 dollars. This makes them a great gift idea for the young professional or parent who does not have a lot of space in their kitchen.

Wine Logic features full extension, ball-bearing slides. This allows each tray to glide smoothly in and out for easy viewing of each label without having to touch a bottle. The horizontal design ensures corks remain moist and swelled. Experts agree this prevents wine from unwanted contact with the air and keeps sediment far enough away from the cork end of the bottle to prevent spoilage. The shelter of being in a cabinet also keeps light from affecting your wine.

Wine Logic in-cabinet wine racks are constructed from high-quality, solid wood, holding 18 standard bottles of wine and occupying only 12" x 15" of cabinet space. Each unit is handcrafted by career woodworkers in the United States. The bottom tray has a sturdy, 75 lb capacity, while the top two trays max out at 100 lbs each. For more information, visit http://www.wine-logic.com.

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Granite Kitchens of AZ, a new web venture by one of the most well respected names in the Phoenix, AZ granite installation industry, has just launched. With the new website, potential customers can learn more about how granite can improve their home values, browse stone options and request a consultation from a granite expert.

Phoenix, AZ (PRWEB) September 28, 2012

When a potential customer visits Granite Kitchens of AZ, they are not only encouraged to request a free consultation, but also to learn more about the colors and styles of granite countertops that are available to them. Granite is not just available in the typical colors that many customers generally think of, but also a wide assortment of vivid colors and designs like Dark Pakistan and Iron Red. By browsing the online samples offered by Granite Kitchens of AZ, customers can visualize what their potential options are when purchasing granite. Be it for their kitchen, bathroom or even office or garage, there is a slab of granite that will beautify any living space.

Although granite is generally the most desired of the rock types available for installation, Granite Kitchens of AZ does not limit their installation expertise to just this type of stone. From marble, to travertine, to engineered stone, Granite Kitchens of AZ can help potential customers not only understand more about these options, but also their potential positives and negatives when compared to granite. Not all consumers generally understand that although travertine is an extremely durable material, it is also highly reactive that can easily be damaged by acidic based compounds as common as oranges and lemons. Granite Kitchens of AZ is dedicated to helping potential customers not only learn more about their potential material options, but to also make the best choice for their lifestyle.

As one of the leading granite installers in the valley, Granite Kitchens of Arizona has worked on numerous homes throughout their 10 years of operation. For potential customers to see some of their finished products, they have created a interactive gallery that features photos that showcase just a few of the many homes they have had the pleasure to create countertops for. Although this is just a limited sample, it showcases the unparalleled work and skill possessed by the granite countertop experts of Granite Kitchens of AZ.

Granite countertops are something that many homebuyers look for when shopping. They are not only stylish, but durable additions to a home that can actually increase the desirability and value of a property. Granite Kitchens of AZ is proud to offer customers a great place to learn more about the benefits of granite and how they can install beautiful stone countertops in their Phoenix area home.

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Created by experts with over 10 years of experience in the granite countertop installation field, Granite Kitchens of AZ provides consumers with a portal to learn more about granite and other slab types as well as schedule free consultations. Serving the Phoenix, AZ metro area, potential customers can visit the site online at GraniteKitchensofAZ.com.

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